Saskatchewan’s economy is projected to create 14,000 jobs in 2024 while the province’s unemployment rate stands at 5.5 per cent, well below the national average of 6.7 per cent.

According to Statistics Canada data, Saskatchewan’s unemployment rate was the third lowest of all provinces last year, setting an all-time record for employment with 606,200 people. Saskatchewan also set a record for female employment in 2024, with 286,600 women working across the province.

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Jim Reiter, Saskatchewan Deputy Premier and Minister of Immigration and Career TrainingHe said that the data shows the strength of the provincial economy.

“Saskatchewan is experiencing significant job growth, which is a direct result of job creators’ confidence in our economy,” Reiter said in a statement.

“Opportunities created by a strong economy mean more people are living and working in Saskatchewan than ever before.”

The health care and social assistance sector added 11,200 jobs last year, the province reported, while the construction sector added 6,000 new jobs. The forestry, fishing, mining, oil and gas sector also benefited in 2024, adding 2,500 jobs.